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Building a High-Performance Culture: The Framework, SMART Goals, and Agenda Templates for Meetings Your Startup Needs
Table of Contents Is Your Company Culture Working For You—Or Against You? The Real Cost of Culture by Default What Is a Culture Operating System? The Four Pillars of Intentional Culture Real-World Example: How Mina Digital Transformed Meetings Why Startups Need a Different Approach Getting Started: From Diagnosis to Design A successful meeting doesn't happen by accident! Is Your Company Culture Working For You, Or Against You? Here's a reality most startup founders discover t
Carl Stanton
Oct 237 min read


Why Trove Has Become the UK's Most Trusted Startup Consultancy for Ambitious Founders and Accelerator programmes
In a crowded landscape of startup accelerators, incubators, and consultancies, Trove has quietly established itself as the go-to partner for experienced founders who refuse to build average businesses. While most startup support focuses on first-time entrepreneurs chasing the next viral app, Trove works with a different breed: ambitious, seasoned operators who understand that turning business ideas into fundable, scalable ventures requires more than enthusiasm and a pitch dec
Carl Stanton
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How to Validate Your Business Idea
Got an idea? Can’t stop thinking about it? Let's try to make it happen. I've spoken to a surprising number of potential business founders...

Chris Dalrymple
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From Academia to Entrepreneurship: Key Lessons in Business Strategy from the Northern Triangle Mentor Sprint
An insight into university spin outs and the commercialisation journey.
Carl Stanton
Feb 104 min read


Building The Right Team: Boost Your Startup and Business Success
"The right team can make or break a startup. Build around 5 pillars—marketing, sales, tech, finance, ops—and embrace flexible roles.”
Carl Stanton
Jan 145 min read


Crafting Your Startup Sales Strategy for Sustainable Success
Your first sale is more than revenue—it’s the foundation for growth. Learn how to master sales and hire right for startup success. 🚀
Carl Stanton
Dec 10, 20243 min read


The Case for a Four-Day Workweek: Productivity, Retention, and Balance
Unlock the benefits of a four-day workweek: boost productivity, improve retention, and enhance work-life balance without losing efficiency.
Carl Stanton
Dec 9, 20242 min read
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